Description
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Bake is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines tender shrimp, creamy Alfredo sauce, and al dente fettuccine, all baked to golden perfection. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough to serve guests, this pasta bake is a true culinary gem.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
- 2 tbsp butter (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente (about 2 minutes less than package instructions). Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked fettuccine and shrimp into the sauce, mixing well before pouring into the greased baking dish.
- Mix remaining melted butter with breadcrumbs and sprinkle over the pasta bake.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 220mg